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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

1973 MDMOT history

1973 MD is a blue petrol MINI first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 101,114 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

1973 MD blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
101,114 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,444 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
1973 MD
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

1973 MD was last recorded at 101,114 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 1,284 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,830 miles · 28 Nov 2018
Between the last two tests
1,284 miles
Average per year
3,444 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,114 miles
  • 2018 – 99,830 miles
  • 2017 – 98,521 miles
  • 2016 – 97,172 miles
  • 2015 – 95,187 miles
  • 2014 – 94,590 miles
  • 2013 – 85,550 miles
  • 2012 – 79,479 miles
  • 2011 – 79,200 miles
  • 2010 – 74,220 miles
  • 2009 – 61,945 miles
  • 2008 – 52,025 miles
  • 2007 – 44,283 miles
  • 2006 – 31,338 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,114 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Exhaust system not adequately supported

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

19 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,114 miles (+1,284)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    101,114 miles
    Test number
    315470403207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass99,830 miles (+1,309)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    99,830 miles
    Test number
    387739952391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass98,521 miles (+1,349)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    98,521 miles
    Test number
    536216607365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass97,172 miles (+1,985)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    97,172 miles
    Test number
    828504294299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass95,187 miles (+597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    95,187 miles
    Test number
    436274781495
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn uneven inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
  6. Pass94,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    94,590 miles
    Test number
    459473224477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. FailMileage not read2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    536482524397
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  8. Pass85,550 miles (+6,071)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    85,550 miles
    Test number
    998541513269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass79,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    79,479 miles
    Test number
    897890022218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail79,479 miles (+279)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,479 miles
    Test number
    348615212411
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  11. Pass79,200 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    79,200 miles
    Test number
    386203081485
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust backbox rusty
    • NoteN/s/f sidelight lense broken
  12. Fail79,200 miles (+4,980)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,200 miles
    Test number
    786290381213
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust backbox rusty
    • NoteN/s/f sidelight lense broken
  13. Pass74,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    74,220 miles
    Test number
    733732670240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail74,220 miles (+12,275)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,220 miles
    Test number
    903992170200
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
  15. Pass61,945 miles (+9,920)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    61,945 miles
    Test number
    603177569251
    • NoteExhaust backbox corroded
    • NoteN/s/f sidelight and indicator lense broken
    • NoteN/s/f tyre slightly out of shape
  16. Pass52,025 miles (+111)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    52,025 miles
    Test number
    341729768456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,914 miles (+7,631)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,914 miles
    Test number
    753236668295
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  18. Pass44,283 miles (+12,945)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    44,283 miles
    Test number
    281194367223
    • NoteFuel tank filler cap seal beginning to crack
  19. Pass31,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    31,338 miles
    Test number
    743189886042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 1973 MD

What vehicle is registration 1973 MD currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 1973 MD on a blue petrol MINI first used on 31 Mar 2003. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 1973 MD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 1973 MD is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on 1973 MD?
The MOT on 1973 MD is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 1973 MD done?
1973 MD was recorded at 101,114 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 3,444 miles a year.
Has 1973 MD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 1973 MD has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2014.
Has the mileage on 1973 MD ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 1973 MD find?
1973 MD passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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